Balboa Park Hidden Gems Walking Tour
- Apr 14, 2023 from 10:00am to 11:30am PDT
- Location: 1549 El Prado, San Diego, CA
- Description:
The Balboa Park Hidden Gems Tour takes you on a 1.5 hour guided walking tour highlighting some of the most iconic locations in San Diego.
We'll talk about the history of the area and I'll show you where several important events have taken place over the past 100+ years.
Today Balboa Park is all about art & culture. It's the largest urban cultural park in the nation, home to several theaters, over 16 museums, numerous cultural organizations, and beautiful gardens.
A walking tour is a great to get the most out of your day in Balboa Park. 1.5 hours is just enough time to see all of the highlights, and hear some interesting stories about the park's history along the way. This gives you the rest of the day to enjoy the museums, gardens, restaurants, or any other attractions in San Diego you have on your list.
My knowledge of Balboa Park's history has grown over the past few years as a volunteer tour guide and info desk attendant with Forever Balboa Park, the busiest visit
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Balboa Park Visitors Center Guided Tour (FREE)
- Jun 20, 2023 from 11:00am to 12:30pm PDT
- Location: Visitors Center, located in the House of Hospitality at 1549 El Prado
- Description:
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Balboa Park Visitors Center Guided Tour (FREE)
- Mar 28, 2023 from 11:00am to 12:30pm PDT
- Location: Visitors Center, located in the House of Hospitality at 1549 El Prado
- Description:
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Balboa Park Architectural Heritage Guided Walking Tours (FREE)
- Jun 2, 2023 from 10:00am to 11:30am PDT
- Location: 1549 El Prado, San Diego, CA, House of Hospitality Visitor’s Center
- Description:
Tours begin at the House of Hospitality Visitor’s Center
• Tours start at 10:00 AM on the FIRST FRIDAY of each month
• Reservations are not needed
• Tours are held rain or shine (cancelled only for downpours)
• Group tours are available for other dates
• All tours are free, courtesy of The Committee of One Hundred
• For more information, call 619-795-9362 - Created by: Tours In San Diego
- Tags: balboa park architectural heritage walking tour
La Jolla Coast Walking Tour
- Mar 23, 2023 from 1:00pm to 2:30pm PDT
- Location: 7946 Ivanhoe Ave, La Jolla, CA 92037
- Description:
Planning a trip to La Jolla?
Great! I'd love to show you around the area and tell you about the history of this amazing seaside community! La Jolla is one of the most beautiful places in the world; a must see for anyone visiting San Diego.
This 90 minute walking tour covers La Jolla's downtown and coastal areas finishing at the world famous La Jolla Children's Pool. There's plenty of wildlife to see every day including sea lions, seals, brown pelicans and cormorants. You'll also learn how La Jolla started out as an art colony in the late 1800s and see beach cottages from that era that are still standing.
This tour is suitable for all ages.
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Balboa Park Architectural Heritage Guided Walking Tours (FREE)
- Apr 7, 2023 from 10:00am to 11:30am PDT
- Location: 1549 El Prado, San Diego, CA, House of Hospitality Visitor’s Center
- Description:
Tours begin at the House of Hospitality Visitor’s Center
• Tours start at 10:00 AM on the FIRST FRIDAY of each month
• Reservations are not needed
• Tours are held rain or shine (cancelled only for downpours)
• Group tours are available for other dates
• All tours are free, courtesy of The Committee of One Hundred
• For more information, call 619-795-9362 - Created by: Tours In San Diego
- Tags: balboa park architectural heritage walking tour
Taste of Italy Food Tour (Evening)
- Mar 28, 2023 from 4:00pm to 7:00pm PDT
- Location: 1735 India St 1735 India Street San Diego, CA 92101
- Description:
Buon Appetito! This immersive experience takes you on a culinary tour of Little Italy as guests savor the delicious cuisine Italy is known for, while strolling through the neighborhood, seeing the sights and learning about the neighborhood’s history. This food tour will highlight several Little Italy restaurants representing different regions of Italy including some traditional neighborhood staples and new ones with a modern twist. Hear the heartwarming stories of how these recipes and dishes came to be and learn about the history of these first-generation Italian restaurants and their owners. Come hungry for the history, culture, stories and the FOOD! Be sure to bring your appetite!
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Taste of Italy Food Tour (Evening)
- Feb 20, 2023 from 4:00pm to 7:00pm PST
- Location: 1735 India St 1735 India Street San Diego, CA 92101
- Description:
Buon Appetito! This immersive experience takes you on a culinary tour of Little Italy as guests savor the delicious cuisine Italy is known for, while strolling through the neighborhood, seeing the sights and learning about the neighborhood’s history. This food tour will highlight several Little Italy restaurants representing different regions of Italy including some traditional neighborhood staples and new ones with a modern twist. Hear the heartwarming stories of how these recipes and dishes came to be and learn about the history of these first-generation Italian restaurants and their owners. Come hungry for the history, culture, stories and the FOOD! Be sure to bring your appetite!
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- Tags: taste of italy food tour (evening)
Taste of Italy Food Tour (Evening)
- Feb 21, 2023 from 4:00pm to 7:00pm PST
- Location: 1735 India St 1735 India Street San Diego, CA 92101
- Description:
Buon Appetito! This immersive experience takes you on a culinary tour of Little Italy as guests savor the delicious cuisine Italy is known for, while strolling through the neighborhood, seeing the sights and learning about the neighborhood’s history. This food tour will highlight several Little Italy restaurants representing different regions of Italy including some traditional neighborhood staples and new ones with a modern twist. Hear the heartwarming stories of how these recipes and dishes came to be and learn about the history of these first-generation Italian restaurants and their owners. Come hungry for the history, culture, stories and the FOOD! Be sure to bring your appetite!
- Created by: Tours In San Diego
- Tags: taste of italy food tour (evening)
Taste of Italy Food Tour (Evening)
- Mar 21, 2023 from 4:00pm to 7:00pm PDT
- Location: 1735 India St 1735 India Street San Diego, CA 92101
- Description:
Buon Appetito! This immersive experience takes you on a culinary tour of Little Italy as guests savor the delicious cuisine Italy is known for, while strolling through the neighborhood, seeing the sights and learning about the neighborhood’s history. This food tour will highlight several Little Italy restaurants representing different regions of Italy including some traditional neighborhood staples and new ones with a modern twist. Hear the heartwarming stories of how these recipes and dishes came to be and learn about the history of these first-generation Italian restaurants and their owners. Come hungry for the history, culture, stories and the FOOD! Be sure to bring your appetite!
- Created by: Tours In San Diego
- Tags: taste of italy food tour (evening)
San Diego Street Art Tour
- Aug 27, 2023 from 12:00pm to 1:30pm PDT
- Location: North Park
- Description:
The city is a canvas! Come enjoy some of the best street art in San Diego on this 1.5 hour walking tour. The street is much more than paint and concrete, it's a history lesson, a catalyst for meaningful conversation, and a reflection of the community.
This tour takes place Wednesday through Sunday at noon, with an additional time slot at 2:30pm on Saturdays and Sundays.
$35 - Use promo code SANDIEGO_SIDEWALK for 10% off when booking from SanDiegoStreetTours.com. Booking can also be done through TripAdvisor or Viator.
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- Tags: street art, north park, walking tour
La Jolla Coast Walking Tour
- May 7, 2023 from 1:00pm to 2:30pm PDT
- Location: 7946 Ivanhoe Ave, La Jolla, CA 92037
- Description:
Planning a trip to La Jolla?
Great! I'd love to show you around the area and tell you about the history of this amazing seaside community! La Jolla is one of the most beautiful places in the world; a must see for anyone visiting San Diego.
This 90 minute walking tour covers La Jolla's downtown and coastal areas finishing at the world famous La Jolla Children's Pool. There's plenty of wildlife to see every day including sea lions, seals, brown pelicans and cormorants. You'll also learn how La Jolla started out as an art colony in the late 1800s and see beach cottages from that era that are still standing.
This tour is suitable for all ages.
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- Tags: la jolla coast walking tour
La Jolla Coast Walking Tour
- May 9, 2023 from 1:00pm to 2:30pm PDT
- Location: 7946 Ivanhoe Ave, La Jolla, CA 92037
- Description:
Planning a trip to La Jolla?
Great! I'd love to show you around the area and tell you about the history of this amazing seaside community! La Jolla is one of the most beautiful places in the world; a must see for anyone visiting San Diego.
This 90 minute walking tour covers La Jolla's downtown and coastal areas finishing at the world famous La Jolla Children's Pool. There's plenty of wildlife to see every day including sea lions, seals, brown pelicans and cormorants. You'll also learn how La Jolla started out as an art colony in the late 1800s and see beach cottages from that era that are still standing.
This tour is suitable for all ages.
- Created by: Tours In San Diego
- Tags: la jolla coast walking tour
Gaslamp Quarter Walking Tour
- Apr 20, 2023 from 1:00pm to 2:30pm PDT
- Location: Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House 410 Island Ave. San Diego, CA 92101
- Description:
Take a tour with one of our docents and learn the history of San Diego’s Gaslamp Quarter through the stories of the beautiful Victorian buildings that adorn the district.
Gaslamp Historical/Architectural Walking Tour Reservations MUST be made by 1:00 PM WEDNESDAY. Reservations made after 1:00 pm Wednesday must be confirmed.
Opening a window to San Diego’s past, the Gaslamp Quarter Historical Foundation showcases the history of the Davis-Horton House built in 1850, as well as walking tours of the historic Gaslamp Quarter. This walking tour begins at the Davis-Horton House at 410 Island Avenue. The tour is open to the public and takes place rain or shine: NO REFUNDS.
The tour includes architecturally significant structures of the period from Old City Hall (1874) to the Romanesque style Keating Building (1890) to the Baroque Revival Louis Bank of Commerce (1888), along with fascinating stories of the people and characters that shaped the story of downtown San Diego, Fr
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Balboa Park Hidden Gems Walking Tour
- Apr 21, 2023 from 1:00pm to 2:30pm PDT
- Location: 1549 El Prado, San Diego, CA
- Description:
The Balboa Park Hidden Gems Tour takes you on a 1.5 hour guided walking tour highlighting some of the most iconic locations in San Diego.
We'll talk about the history of the area and I'll show you where several important events have taken place over the past 100+ years.
Today Balboa Park is all about art & culture. It's the largest urban cultural park in the nation, home to several theaters, over 16 museums, numerous cultural organizations, and beautiful gardens.
A walking tour is a great to get the most out of your day in Balboa Park. 1.5 hours is just enough time to see all of the highlights, and hear some interesting stories about the park's history along the way. This gives you the rest of the day to enjoy the museums, gardens, restaurants, or any other attractions in San Diego you have on your list.
My knowledge of Balboa Park's history has grown over the past few years as a volunteer tour guide and info desk attendant with Forever Balboa Park, the busiest visit
- Created by: Tours In San Diego
- Tags: balboa park hidden gems walking tour
Gaslamp Quarter Walking Tour
- May 25, 2023 from 1:00pm to 2:30pm PDT
- Location: Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House 410 Island Ave. San Diego, CA 92101
- Description:
Take a tour with one of our docents and learn the history of San Diego’s Gaslamp Quarter through the stories of the beautiful Victorian buildings that adorn the district.
Gaslamp Historical/Architectural Walking Tour Reservations MUST be made by 1:00 PM WEDNESDAY. Reservations made after 1:00 pm Wednesday must be confirmed.
Opening a window to San Diego’s past, the Gaslamp Quarter Historical Foundation showcases the history of the Davis-Horton House built in 1850, as well as walking tours of the historic Gaslamp Quarter. This walking tour begins at the Davis-Horton House at 410 Island Avenue. The tour is open to the public and takes place rain or shine: NO REFUNDS.
The tour includes architecturally significant structures of the period from Old City Hall (1874) to the Romanesque style Keating Building (1890) to the Baroque Revival Louis Bank of Commerce (1888), along with fascinating stories of the people and characters that shaped the story of downtown San Diego, Fr
- Created by: Tours In San Diego
- Tags: gaslamp quarter walking tour
Gaslamp Quarter Walking Tour
- May 18, 2023 from 1:00pm to 2:30pm PDT
- Location: Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House 410 Island Ave. San Diego, CA 92101
- Description:
Take a tour with one of our docents and learn the history of San Diego’s Gaslamp Quarter through the stories of the beautiful Victorian buildings that adorn the district.
Gaslamp Historical/Architectural Walking Tour Reservations MUST be made by 1:00 PM WEDNESDAY. Reservations made after 1:00 pm Wednesday must be confirmed.
Opening a window to San Diego’s past, the Gaslamp Quarter Historical Foundation showcases the history of the Davis-Horton House built in 1850, as well as walking tours of the historic Gaslamp Quarter. This walking tour begins at the Davis-Horton House at 410 Island Avenue. The tour is open to the public and takes place rain or shine: NO REFUNDS.
The tour includes architecturally significant structures of the period from Old City Hall (1874) to the Romanesque style Keating Building (1890) to the Baroque Revival Louis Bank of Commerce (1888), along with fascinating stories of the people and characters that shaped the story of downtown San Diego, Fr
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- Tags: gaslamp quarter walking tour
Villa Montezuma Museum Tours
- Jun 25, 2023 from 1:00pm to 5:00pm PDT
- Location: 1925 K Street, corner of 20th & K, in the Sherman Heights Historic District of San Diego just east of downtown and the East Village.
- Description:
The Villa Montezuma is the Historic Jesse Shepard/”Francis Grierson” House. It was built in 1887 as the home of world famous pianist, author, and Spiritualist Jesse Shepard. Jesse began a writing career in San Diego and took the pen name “Francis Grierson,” a name that he used in life as well as for his writing. The Villa is located in the Sherman Heights Historic District of downtown San Diego, CA, at the corner of 20th & K Streets. The Sherman Heights Historic District is the largest historic district within San Diego; it has almost 400 contributing historic structures.
You can see the entire magnificent, mysterious Villa Montezuma Museum! Tours are on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Tour times are at 1:00, 2:15, and 3:30 p.m. During the “HeART and Soul of Ukraine” art show sponsored admission is only $5 per person (children 12 and under are free). Regular admission costs per person when we don’t have a sponsored event:
- Adults: $15
- Active Duty Military, Sen
- Created by: Keri Belisle
Villa Montezuma Museum Tours
- Jul 2, 2023 from 1:00pm to 5:00pm PDT
- Location: 1925 K Street, corner of 20th & K, in the Sherman Heights Historic District of San Diego just east of downtown and the East Village.
- Description:
The Villa Montezuma is the Historic Jesse Shepard/”Francis Grierson” House. It was built in 1887 as the home of world famous pianist, author, and Spiritualist Jesse Shepard. Jesse began a writing career in San Diego and took the pen name “Francis Grierson,” a name that he used in life as well as for his writing. The Villa is located in the Sherman Heights Historic District of downtown San Diego, CA, at the corner of 20th & K Streets. The Sherman Heights Historic District is the largest historic district within San Diego; it has almost 400 contributing historic structures.
You can see the entire magnificent, mysterious Villa Montezuma Museum! Tours are on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Tour times are at 1:00, 2:15, and 3:30 p.m. During the “HeART and Soul of Ukraine” art show sponsored admission is only $5 per person (children 12 and under are free). Regular admission costs per person when we don’t have a sponsored event:
- Adults: $15
- Active Duty Military, Sen
- Created by: Keri Belisle
Villa Montezuma Museum Tours
- Jun 10, 2023 from 1:00pm to 5:00pm PDT
- Location: 1925 K Street, corner of 20th & K, in the Sherman Heights Historic District of San Diego just east of downtown and the East Village.
- Description:
The Villa Montezuma is the Historic Jesse Shepard/”Francis Grierson” House. It was built in 1887 as the home of world famous pianist, author, and Spiritualist Jesse Shepard. Jesse began a writing career in San Diego and took the pen name “Francis Grierson,” a name that he used in life as well as for his writing. The Villa is located in the Sherman Heights Historic District of downtown San Diego, CA, at the corner of 20th & K Streets. The Sherman Heights Historic District is the largest historic district within San Diego; it has almost 400 contributing historic structures.
You can see the entire magnificent, mysterious Villa Montezuma Museum! Tours are on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Tour times are at 1:00, 2:15, and 3:30 p.m. During the “HeART and Soul of Ukraine” art show sponsored admission is only $5 per person (children 12 and under are free). Regular admission costs per person when we don’t have a sponsored event:
- Adults: $15
- Active Duty Military, Sen
- Created by: Keri Belisle